Experts are raising concerns in Japan over instances of artificial intelligence (AI) being used to alter political broadcasts. This manipulation of public opinion through tampered media casts a shadow over the credibility of the information ecosystem. Authorities are yet to identify the individuals or organizations behind the operations. The ripples of this manipulation highlight the potential misuse of AI technology in shaping political narratives and its subsequent impact on democratic practices.

Politics in Japan places high importance on fair and open discourse. The public receives political broadcasts as a primary source of reliable information. The disruptions by AI manipulation raise concerns over the breach of political fairness and challenge the integrity of Japan's deeply-rooted democratic values.

In the US or EU, similar incidents of AI manipulation—often referred to as 'deepfakes'—have also been a matter of significant concern. There are strict regulations in place over media manipulation, with efforts to counteract these problems by encouraging fact-checking organizations and implementing stringent penalties for violations.